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White Russian
White Russian with vodka, coffee liqueur and cream. Equal 30/30/30 ml measures, ice cubes and a creamy layer, built without a shaker.
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Ingredients
Current recipe: 1 serving · US fl oz · Original recipe
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- Vodka40% ABV1.01 US fl oz
- Coffee liqueur16% ABV1.01 US fl oz
- Heavy cream1.01 US fl oz
Amounts are for the selected number of servings. Prepare each serving separately; add sparkling ingredients just before serving.
Ice
- Fill the vessel with ice cubes; the amount depends on its size.
- Melting ice dilutes the drink and is not included in measured ingredient volume.
What you need
Jigger · Bar spoon
How to make it
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Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.
Measure in vodka and coffee liqueur.
Slowly pour cream over the back of a spoon to form a pale layer.
Serve layered or stir briefly for a marbled finish.
Small details, better drinks
- This is the equal-parts Kahlúa manufacturer recipe.
- Check the strength on your coffee liqueur bottle.
- Use pourable heavy cream, not whipped cream.
Good to know
Can I use milk?
It makes a lighter variation with a different texture.
Do I need a shaker?
No. Build it directly in the serving glass.
Does coffee liqueur contain alcohol?
Yes. Its strength is counted separately from the vodka.
Recipe sources
Recipe notes by Cheers. Preparation time is an estimate.
Published: · Updated:
- Kahlúa — White Russian ↗ · Accessed: Oct 25, 2026
